Probate is the process of dealing with a deceased person’s legal and financial matters, commonly known as their estate. Administering an estate can place a considerable burden on relatives at a difficult time. Biggs & Co can give you advice and assistance on the administration of the estate including:

  • Collection of assets
  • Payment of debts, including Inheritance Tax
  • The protection and/or settlement of claims against the estate
  • The implementation and management of any trusts
  • The preparation of estate accounts
  • Distribution of the estate amongst beneficiaries


We can take on all the responsibilities of the executors or personal representatives of an estate. However, should executors wish to carry on the administration of the estate themselves, we can limit our services to attending to the legal formalities.

Trusts are a useful way of protecting your assets or vulnerable family members and save tax. The law on trusts and their tax implications can be complex. At Biggs & Co we can advise you on the most suitable Trust for you and your family and the practicalities of establishing and managing a Trust.

Biggs & Co can also offer you services in connection with the preparation and completion of Enduring Powers of Attorney and applications to the Public Guardianship Office/Court of Protection where clients or their relatives are unable to manage their affairs due to physical or mental disabilities. Please note we can arrange home or bedside visits to take instructions for Enduring Powers of Attorney.

Should you need any further information please contact us by telephone on 0118 989 4511 or fax 0118 978 9801 or email gregory.fordham@biggs.co.uk.